The immersive view has arrived in Greece and it is stunning

A multi-dimensional preview of the areas you want to visit is provided by Immersive View, Google’s new Maps service. Activating it provides a unique experience for users by allowing them to tour Athens landmarks such as the Acropolis from above.

Using the service is simple and free. It is enough for the user to open his mobile phone and select the desired point of interest. Realistic aerial footage, if the selected location is supported by the bird’s-eye view, will appear in a tab below and to the left of the map allowing everyone to take a virtual, real-life flight from above.

Realistic 3D rendering

Essentially, it provides a realistic 3D visualization of a space where nothing like it exists.

The feature is initially rolling out in select cities, including Amsterdam, London, New York, Tokyo, and more, on iOS and Android devices.

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Use of artificial intelligence

Google Maps search is also a significant upgrade that uses artificial intelligence to find relevant locations based on user interests and needs. That is, if someone is searching for a restaurant, Google Maps will show them options related to their budget, tastes, and availability.

Meanwhile, as part of the overall map upgrade, Google has renamed its “Search with Live View” feature to “Lens in Maps.” With the help of artificial intelligence, maps will be able to recognize through the user’s camera the buildings they are looking at.

For example, if he came out of a metro station and wanted to get to know the surrounding area, he could simply press the lens icon and then raise his mobile phone, scanning the buildings with it, so that he could be informed of cafes, ATMs, etc.